West Brom fans react to signing of former England youth international keeper

The Hawthorns during the The FA Cup match between West Bromwich Albion and Gateshead at The Hawthorns, West Bromwich, England on 3 January 2015. Photo by Alan Franklin.

West Bromwich Albion have today confirmed the signing of former Reading goalkeeper Jonathon Bond on a free transfer.

Bond has joined the club and signed a two-year contract with the Baggies after his contract at fellow Sky Bet Championship side Reading expired.

The 25-year-old spent last season on loan at Sky Bet League One side Peterborough United, impressing thoroughly as their first choice keeper, but it was not enough to earn him a new deal at the Madejski Stadium.

Speaking to the club’s official website about his move to the Hawthorns, Bond, who made five appearances for the England under 21 side, said: “This is a Premier League club and that’s what we’ve got to concentrate on, getting ourselves back up there.”

“The facilities are great, the people are great. The Championship is a tough league but I believe it’s an exciting season ahead.”

It was the second signing of the day for West Brom, after they completed the signing of Kyle Bartley from Swansea City.

Here is a look at how some West Brom fans reacted to the signing of Jonathon Bond: